Graduate Hardware Engineer - Graphics

Job description

Job Description

Introduction
Norway is the birthplace of our Mali GPUs. Do you want to be a part of the graphics revolution for handheld devices? Do you want to see Mali GPUs continue to out-grow the competition? If so, read on.

Graduate Hardware Engineer - Graphics
Hardware engineers within our graphics team have responsibilities that cover all areas of the design and verification process: working closely with customers, architectural design, implementation, writing specifications, design and simulation, verification of functionality, generating deliverables and maintenance of designs.

Assignments in our graphics group during the first year normally change every 2-4 months, depending on the status of the ongoing projects. This means our graduates gain a wider understanding of different aspects of development, and allows them to choose which role fits best. Currently there are openings in the following teams:

- Hardware Design & Verification
- Physical Implementation

Job Requirements

Are you a good fit for ARM?
In order to be considered, you will need a good university degree in computer science or electronic engineering ideally. Other science graduates will be considered with relevant experience.

Essential skills that we look for in a successful candidate include:
• Understanding of microprocessor fundamentals.
• Programming language, such as C, Python or Java.
• Use of Linux and shell programming
• Motivation to work both unsupervised and as part of a project team.
• Good English communication skills, oral and written.

It is also beneficial if you also have the following skills or experience:
• Familiarity with high-level simulation language, such as VHDL or Verilog.
• Some microprocessor, ASIC systems or HDL and Synthesis design experience.

• Experience with hardware design verification using simulation or formal techniques.

• Knowledge of the principles of 3D graphics.

What are the desired behaviours for this role?

At ARM, we are proud to have a set of behaviours that reflect our unique culture and guide our decisions, defining how we work together to defy ordinary and shape extraordinary. These behaviours are assessed as part of the recruitment process:

·  Partner and customer focus – Your tendency to put your partners and customers first in all that you do by understanding their needs and striving to achieve win-win solutions.
·  Collaboration and communication – Your ability to forge lasting relationships which are built upon mutual trust, open communication and sharing of information and success.
·  Creativity and innovation – Possessing a passion for driving continuous improvement through spotting opportunities and seeking the views of others.
·  Team and personal development – You take time to drive your own development, whilst also encouraging team members and partners to do the same.
·  Impact and influence – You listen to different perspectives, evaluate, persuade and carefully shape your work to deliver truly impactful results.
·  Deliver on your promises – You demonstrate a can-do attitude and you drive to overcome obstacles, acting with a sense of urgency because you're passionate about what you do.

Expected start date is summer of 2016 but, in some cases, we can consider an earlier start.

Benefits

Your particular benefits package will depend on position and type of employment and may be subject to change. Your package will be confirmed on offer of employment. ARM's benefits program provides permanent employees with the opportunity to stay innovative and healthy, ensure the wellness of their families, and create a positive working environment.

·  Annual Bonus Plan
·  Restricted Share Units (RSU)
·  Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
·  Compulsory pension plan
·  Insurance Package (travel, life, disability, health)
·  Broadband, Internet home connection
·  Two weeks paid leave for dads when baby is born
·  Holiday, 6 (six) weeks as per Norwegian Holiday Act
·  Sabbatical, 20 paid business days every four-years of service
·  Volunteering, One (1) paid working day each year (TeamARM)
·  Others, parental leave, subsidised lunch, fitness gym in building, game room, team and seasonal social events

About ARM

ARM® is at the heart of the world's most advanced digital products. Our technology enables the creation of new markets and transformation of industries and society. We design scalable, energy efficient-processors and related technologies to deliver the intelligence in applications ranging from sensors to servers, including smartphones, tablets, enterprise infrastructure and the Internet of Things.

Our innovative technology is licensed by ARM Partners who have shipped more than 50 billion Systems on Chip (SoCs) containing our intellectual property since the company began in 1990. Together with our Connected Community, we are breaking down barriers to innovation for developers, designers and engineers, ensuring a fast, reliable route to market for leading electronics companies.

With offices around the world, ARM is a diverse community of dedicated, innovative and highly talented professionals. By enabling an inclusive, meritocratic and open workplace where all our people can grow and succeed, we encourage our people to share their unique contributions to ARM's success in the global marketplace.